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Many inherited eye disease genes rarely cause vision loss, study found

New research revealed that many genetic variants linked to inherited retinal diseases rarely cause vision loss, challenging previous assumptions about their impact.

National health expenditures 2024 recap

In 2024, U.S. health care spending rose to $5.3 trillion, driven by increased per capita use and demand for medical services as utilization rebounded following the COVID-19 pandemic.

Age, type of menopause not associated with diabetes onset

A long-term UK Biobank analysis shows that while early or surgical menopause initially appears linked to higher diabetes rates, this association disappears after accounting for lifestyle and cardiovascular risk factors rather than menopause timing itself.

Pediatric patients with Type 1 diabetes benefit from carbohydrate counting

Carbohydrate counting involves blood glucose checks before and after meals, calculating carbohydrate consumption, and then adjusting insulin accordingly.

DOD-funded study explores metformin as potential therapy for IPF

Several lines of evidence suggest that testing the traditional drug for diabetes might benefit people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.

Adding NB-UVB phototherapy to ruxolitinib cream speeds vitiligo repigmentation process

Combining NB-UVB light therapy with ruxolitinib cream enhances skin repigmentation in vitiligo patients, showing promising results without safety concerns.

National health expenditures rise 7.2% in 2024, reaching $5.3 trillion

United States health care spending rose to $5.3 trillion in 2024, accounting for 18% of the economy, as strong post-pandemic demand and high insurance coverage continued to drive costs upward.

How California is rewriting the PBM playbook

Beginning this month, PBMs in California must prioritize health plan interests over their own, and CVS Caremark’s CalPERS contract includes $250 million in performance guarantees.

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and Soar Autism Center launch early autism care network

CHOP partners with Soar Autism Center to enhance early autism care access, reducing wait times and providing integrated therapy services for families.

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